What we do

  • Advocate for strong special education policies through legislative training and engagement

  • Host social events for families, including picnics, OMSI and Zoo days, and sensory-friendly movie outings

  • Promote awareness, inclusion, and acceptance through initiatives like Disability Pride celebrations

  • Organize resource fairs to connect families with valuable services and support

  • Provide grants for special education teachers and staff

  • Offer scholarships to support students

  • Support local PTA/PTSAs in engaging special education families and students

  • Provide trainings and events for PTA leaders to build knowledge around disability and inclusion

  • Purchase neurodiversity-affirming books for PPS libraries

  • Offer opportunities and support for Unified Leadership for PPS middle and high school students

  • Coordinate with PPS Special Education Advisory Council (SPEAC) to create affinity groups in schools, promote Unified Sports in all PPS schools, and provide support for SPEAC meetings.

2025-26 Board Members:

President - Renee Becerra

Secretary - Amy Waggoner

Treasurer - Cari Threadgill

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